A Great Man by Louis Bromfield
The essay argues Winston Churchill stands above other great figures of the era, combining integrity, vision, and steadfast leadership. It contrasts him with Hitler, Mussolini, Stalin, and Chamberlain, while noting Roosevelt’s differing traits and the lasting impact of Churchill’s democratic, humane philosophy on history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelts
Stalins
Hitlers
Mussolinis
Eisenhowers
Hulls
Reynauds
Chamberlains
Winston Churchill
Chamberlain
John Simon
Samuel Hoare
Alcibiades
Gracchi
Franklin D. Roosevelt
Churchill
Jefferson
Lincoln
Hitler
Attila the Hun
Mussolini
Stalin
Genghis Khan
Roosevelt
Frances Perkins
Morgenthau
Hull
Stimson
Subscription rates for The Messenger newspaper
The notice lists home delivery and mail rates. Carrier 25¢ weekly. 1 year 18.20. 26 wks 10. 18 wks 4.55. 4 wks 1.40. 1 wk 35c. Mail rates vary by region, with Ohio and West where carrier not available at 1 year 9, 6 mos 5, 3 mos 3, 1 mo 1. Outside Ohio and West Virginia 1 year 15, 6 mos 6.50, 3 mos 3.25, 1 mo 1.25. Foreign rates quoted on request. Entered at Athens Ohio Postoffice as Second Class Matter under Act of 1918.
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Messenger
Ohio
West
West Virginia
Athens
A Web of Love and Duty Unfolds in Jessica’s Dilemma
Jessica hesitates to end her betrothal to Tom Blake as she faces pressure from Mrs. Blake and Betsy. David offers comfort and a future, while Jessica wrestles with money fear and the threat of a broken engagement. Tom’s return looms, casting doubt on her plans and loyalties.
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Doris
Jessica
Tom
David
West Coast
Lucy
Lucey
Sara Linton
Goodby
Tom Blake
Taxpayer Calls Ohio School Funds Misused Amid Declining Conditions
A citizen-taxpayer questions state school funding in Southeastern Ohio, noting $89,691,764 from the 1947 General Assembly mainly paying salaries and rehabilitation while some schools are condemned or useless. He cites a 40 to 60 percent rise in appropriations since 1945 and urges better use of $365,971,913 in aid to locals over two years.
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Ohio
General Assembly
School Foundation
Thomas Herbert
Ohio University housing units prove wartime value
The 79 temporary housing units at Ohio University, now in their third year, are praised for meeting space needs amid rising enrollment. Representative McGregor seeks to turn them over to the universities without strings, noting maintenance costs and limited profits from revenue. He argues these structures offer long term value and should be given to local entities, as with other low cost housings. The piece ends with a sharp aside on American citizenry and dental visits.
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Ohio University
McGregor
Ohio
Understanding Trends Without Overreaching
A brief note argues that understanding trends is useful only if applied with realism and restraint. It cautions against overreliance on clever analysis and emphasizes practical limits in interpreting data patterns.
What a Job Presidential Life Takes to Carry
The piece surveys the burdens of the presidency as seen in a Meet the Press exchange with Thomas E. Dewey. It references Merriman Smith’s book and outlines duties, salaries, hours, letters, gifts, social obligations, and security, noting the near absence of private life and extensive travel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Edson
Washington
Meet the Press
Thomas E. Dewey
American Mercury
Lawrence Spivak
Dewey
Merriman Smith
White House
United Press
Smitty
Will Hayes
Congress
Cabinet
Judiciary
Senate
House
Secret Service
Truman
Pomeroy Firemen Seek Memorial Flags for Graves
The Pomeroy Volunteer Firemen seek memorial flags for deceased members graves as war delays production. W Helbersbach and the flag committee pledge to secure flags before Decoration Day to resume decorating graves with firemen memorial flags.
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the Messenger
Pomeroy
W. Helbersbach
Pomeroy Volunteer Firemen's Association
A. V. Howell
Second Frontier Project Formed At Rio Grande College
Executive committee meeting in the Lafayette Hotel set up two main divisions for the Ohio Valley Second Frontier soil conservation project to be staged at Rio Grande College farm in September. Dave Herman chairs the project division with R. R. Barker and J. D. Fitzgerald directing south and north route operations respectively. Tom Agee leads the special events division with Bartow Jones as liaison.
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Gallipolis
Ohio Valley
Rio Grande College Farm
Lafayette Hotel
Frank Morrow
Wellston
Dave Herman
State Soil Conservation Organization
Tom Agee
Bartow Jones
Point Pleasant
Sam Simmons Reflects on War Choices and Berlin Stand
Sam Simmons argues the United States still has a chance to influence Berlin without provoking war. He recalls past hesitations to join WWI and WWII and weighs Hitler versus Stalin, noting both men opposed civilization and freedom. He questions the wisdom of entering now and whether lasting victory is assured.
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Berlin
Hitler
Stalin
Germany
Man Resists Deputies During Warrant Attempt
Gallia deputies from Sheriff Hatfield’s office narrowly escaped being run down when serving a warrant on William S. DeWitt for non support. After a pursuit and road block, DeWitt was overtaken. he fought back and was overcome. Charges expected include resisting an officer. DeWitt, a native of Lawrence county, was not wanted locally.
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Gallipolis
Elmer E. Hatfield
Mort Dickey
Jim Mills
William S. DeWitt
Summit County
Gallia
DeWitt
Lawrence County
First Municipal Band Concert Next Thursday
Gallipolis officials announce the first municipal band concert directed by Herbert O. Pepper to be held in City Park next Thursday evening. The project has Chamber of Commerce backing and Park Board approval. Rehearsals have started and membership remains open.
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Gallipolis
Herbert O. Pepper
City Park
Chamber of Commerce
City Park Board
Mr. Pepper
Pepper
Gallia Academy High School
Radio Program Schedule Highlights and Stations Across the Midwest
A detailed daytime and evening radio grid lists NBC WLW Cincinnati ABC WCUOL Columbus CBS WBNS WCHS Parkersburg WSAZ Huntington and others with program blocks from 1:00 to 6:49 including America United Doorway to Life You Are There Drag Drama Chicago Roundtable The Music Parade One Man's Family Sammy Kaye Serenade House of Mystery and more across CBS ABC and local affiliates.
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NBC
WLW
Cincinnati
ABC
WCUOL
Columbus
WSAZ
Huntington
CBS
WBNS
WCHS
Charleston
WPAR
Parkersburg
MBS
WHKAC
America United
Sam Pettingttl
Abe Wm
Shirer
Abe
Chicago
Cbs National
America
Abe John B
Dbs
Drew Pearson
Hollywood
Abe Summer
Abe Nick Carter
Jack Benny
Abeo
Gene Autry
Abe Sherlock Holmes
Pat O'Brien
Abe Blondie
Dagwood
Bill
Parky’s
Abe Mickey Rooney
Voices of Strings
Horace Heidt
Abe Clary
Gazette
News
Variety
Cbs News
Abe-West
Sunburn and sun exposure guidance by Dr. Edwin P. Jordan
Dr. Edwin P. Jordan explains that gradual sun exposure builds tanning and melanin protects skin, while overexposure causes peeling and damage. He notes skin color affects burn risk, warns against sleeping in sun, and mentions tanning substances are not fully protective. He addresses a reader question on castor oil for lash growth with a cautious answer.
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Edwin P. Jordan
M. D
Holzer Hospital Notes Admits and Births in Gallia County
Admissions include Ed ward Peiffer Oak Hill and John Gillen Wellston. Will Summers Grafton WV. Mrs Harry Osler Jackson. birth to Mrs R D Thomas Gallipolis. Discharges list Mrs Edward Nutt Earl Matthews Jr Mrs Jack Knight and daughter Mrs Heber Lucas and son among others.
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Gallipolis
Edward Peiffer
Oak Hill
Thomas Wallace
John Gillen
Wellston
Howard E. Duncan
Point Pleasant
Will Summers
Grafton
W. Va
Harry Osler
Jackson
B. L. Mee Carley
Vinton
Howard Foster
Herbert Fair
Cheshire
Paul McGhee
Jackeson
R. D. Thomas
Edward Nutt
Earl Matthews
Jack Knight
Heber Lucas
Homer Miller
William Scott
Elsie Bush
Clinton Smith
David Datrin
Brinton Allison
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Louis Bromfield
Real Valle
the Public Forum
Second Frontier Project
State Highway Patrol
Gallia County
Roscoe Allen
State Highway Department
N. Leonard
Margaret McCarty
Rio Grande College
Bob Ferguson
Bann O. Taber
Sam Simmons
Addiyional Gallipolis
N. Y
Abee
Ozark Valley
Fred Waring
Nbe
Music
My Story
Arthur Godfrey
Ben Alexander
Abe Kate Smith
Happy Gang
Abe Queen
Abe Pride and Groom
Abe Martin Block
Ben Seated
Paul Whiteman
Dbs Treasury
Robert
Q" Lewis
Lum
Abner
Cbs East
Holzer Hospital
By Galbraith
Girevs
NEA Service, Inc
T. M. Reg
U.S. Pat
Johnny
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